Packhouse Supervisor - Baltimore, United States - Gotham Greens

Gotham Greens

Verified Company

Baltimore, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

The Role
Prior experience in the natural and organic food industry a plus but not required.

This is an opportunity for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and organized individual to assume a position at a rapidly growing, innovative, disruptive company in the 21st-century food system.

What You'll Do
Management of Packers

Ensure PH Production Assistants are punctual and work quickly and effectively
Train new PH Production Assistants in the proper way to do tasks, handle leaves, and proper cleaning & sanitation methods
Complete and ensure the cases are packed according to pacing/timing chart daily
Review pacing chart and coordinate timing with the Operations Team daily
Evaluate the effectiveness of packing methods, process, and team

Food Safety program

Ensure staff is following all proper food safety requirements and proper PPE
Ensure timely completion of all necessary logs
Ensure coolers are clean and temperatures are stable

Quality Control

Inspect and weigh produce; discard leaves as necessary; ensure no bugs, damaged leaves, tipburned leaves or leaves dropped on the floor enter the package
Monitor leaves for pests or pathogens and reports to Greenhouse Supervisor

PH and Storage area cleanliness and maintenance

Maintenance and cleanliness of Packing House furniture, tools, floors, and sinks
Maintenance and cleanliness of walkin coolers
Maintenance and cleanliness of storage areas
Maintenance and cleanliness of front and back stairs and roof area around the greenhouse

Assist in Daily Tasks as needed

Track and order labels
Order and monitor inventory levels of all packing and harvesting supplies for PH and GH
Manage labor costs, employee schedules, sick time, and PTO, minimize OT, and maintain a sense of urgency and daily efficiency
Schedule cleaning and maintenance of the GH and PH and assist in the handson cleaning responsibilities of the farm
Collaborating with GH Supervisor and dayend to ensure no further assistance is needed

Interpersonal Skills

Capable of maintaining a calm and collected composure during times of disorder, speaking to others in a respectful manner, and is skilled at productively handling multiple personality types
A proficient in effectively communicating with employees throughout the organization orally and written
A willingness and desire to assist in unrelated and/or unassigned tasks to ensure the effective operation of the GH and PH
Must be a problem solver and be capable of identifying areas of efficiencies

Who You Are

Requirements:

Ability to lead by example with a can do attitude
Experience in greenhouse work and/or hydroponics
Familiarity with ERP and inventory control
Experience with food safety practices, goals, rules, and regulations
Great multitasking abilities and ability to work in a fastpaced environment
A strong desire to learn and grow
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Experience in data collection and recording
Bilingual highly preferable, but not required
Ability to motivate, inspire and coach hourly workforce
Problemsolving skills and foresight

- capable to identify areas of efficiencies

Ability to work weekend and holiday coverage will be required on an asneeded basis

Who We Are

Gotham Greens is an indoor farming company and a fresh food brand on a mission to transform the way we approach our food system, putting people and the planet at the forefront.

Gotham Greens produces and delivers long-lasting and delicious leafy greens, herbs, salad dressings, dips, and cooking sauces all year round to retail, restaurant, and foodservice customers.

A Certified B Corporation, Gotham Greens sustainably grows high-quality produce using up to 95% less water and 97% less land than conventional farming through its national network of climate-controlled, high-tech greenhouses across America, including locations in New York, Illinois, Rhode Island, Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, and California.